2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Rondo and 2011 Hyundai H1 are equipped with a 2,359 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rondo | H1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
